Brooklyn, NY (August 27, 2025) – A 30-year-old NYPD officer was killed Wednesday morning in a fiery hit-and-run crash on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). The officer was on his motorcycle heading toward the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge when he was struck by a box truck near the Atlantic Ave. exit in Cobble Hill at around 8:50 a.m.
The impact threw the officer onto the asphalt, while his motorcycle continued forward, hitting a wall and bursting into flames, as shown in social media footage.
The driver of the box truck fled the scene, and police are investigating the incident. No arrests have been made as of now.
Our thoughts are with the officer’s family, colleagues, and everyone affected by this tragic incident.
Hit and Run Accident in Brooklyn, NY
Hit-and-run accidents, especially those involving high-speed collisions, can cause severe injuries and emotional trauma for victims and their families. If you or a loved one has been injured in a similar incident, it’s essential to have experienced legal support to pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
At Stanley Law Offices, we specialize in personal injury cases arising from hit-and-run accidents. Our New York motorcycle accident lawyer serving in Brooklyn is dedicated to helping victims and their families recover the compensation they deserve for medical expenses, lost income, emotional suffering, and other damages. We handle the complexities of the legal process so you can focus on healing and recovery.
Our thoughts are with the family, colleagues, and all those affected by this tragic accident, and we wish for a full and swift recovery for the injured. Stanley Law Offices offers free consultations to help you understand your legal rights and the next steps in protecting them.
Key Takeaways:
- Hit-and-run accidents can result in severe injuries and significant emotional and financial challenges
- Stanley Law Offices provides expert legal guidance for victims of hit-and-run accidents
- Contact us at 1-800-608-3333 for a free consultation
By Joe Stanley, Esq., New York Bar #245631
